Ranger

Hello, my name is Ranger. My animal id is #12940. I am a male white dog at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. The shelter thinks I am about 3 years 1 weeks old.

I came into the shelter as a stray on 18-Nov-2017

Ranger is at risk due to being diagnosed with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex which is contagious to other dogs. He will likely require in home care with a course of antibiotics. We recommend Ranger go to an experienced dog home that can help him with basic manners and impulse control.

Let’s get to know each other a bit more…

A volunteer writes: Ranger’s a born celebrity, the kind of dog who draws a crowd wherever he goes, and one look will tell you why…80-plus pounds of snow white handsomeness, a tail that never stops wagging, and a long, silly tongue with a life of its own…who wouldn’t stare in awestruck admiration? A big guy with a big heart and a ton of energy, Ranger is still surprisingly gentle for his size, even when jumping up for a hug that’s really just an excuse to get closer to a treat! He does pull hard on leash due to his weight and puppyish enthusiasm, but accepts a harness without complaint, takes care of business promptly once he steps outdoors, and greets passing dogs of all sizes with wonderfully friendly manners. Naturally, he rocked his first time out in playgroup, happily bouncing around and running the yard with a few girlfriends, and I bet he’d be thrilled to accompany his new family to the dog park for even more socializing. Sniffing and exploring from top to bottom is Ranger’s first move in any new space, but he’s not anxious or whiny and once I regain his attention with a pat, a tap on the shoulder or a little tug of the leash; his ebony eyes are on me and my precious bag of treats in a second–perfect for hand sign training. He may not look like a typical lapdog, but Ranger thrives on affection and leans softly into my legs as I rub his side before melting onto my lap like a big ol’ marshmallow once I sit on the floor. His perfect match would be an active, experienced home where quality family time is a priority, and if there happen to be some four-legged family members in the mix, even better! Ranger’s full of love and so ready to share it with the world. Come into our Manhattan Care Center and give this superstar-in-training his ‘big break’ today!

Summary:: Ranger was social, playful and exuberant throughout his assessment; he displayed no concerns.

Summary:: Ranger is social and highly playful when engaging with other dogs. History around dogs is unknown due to arriving as a stray. The behavior department feels that Ranger would be most compatible with other highly playful dogs.

ENERGY LEVEL:: Ranger has displayed a high energy level in the care center. Ranger is highly social and exuberant so we recommend daily mental and physical stimulation as an outlet to direct his enthusiasm.

IN SHELTER OBSERVATIONS:: Ranger consistently displays highly social behavior with his human caretakers. He maintains a loose wiggly body throughout interactions and solicits attention from handlers. Ranger has shown himself to be highly tolerant of handling, including invasive procedures and restraint.

BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:: EXPERIENCE (suitable for an adopter with some previous dog experience, especially with the behaviors outlined below)

Potential challenges comments:: _X_Basic manners/poor impulse control: It is recommended that default behaviors such as “Leave it”, “Sit/Stay”, “Down” are reinforced to substitute any frustration and teach Ranger to control his impulses instead of simply reacting; proper management is also advised. Force-free, reward based training only is recommended. _X_Strength/leash pulling: Ranger is a very large, strong dog with the capability to pull over an average adopter. His adopter must be prepared and able to handle a dog of this size and strength. It is recommended that he be walked on a front clip harness or head halter, which help diminish his strength through leverage, and that he be trained using positive reinforcement, reward based training to not pull on leash.

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17 dogs…..ridiculous! 😡 I’m sorry to see another great dog sick with the wildly rampant kennel cough! 🙁
What an outstanding dog! Ranger, Ranger, he’s our man! Love his goofy face and super energetic, playful personality! This is a pup super deserving of a loving family and fun home! Save Ranger immediately! Praying and sharing with lots of love and hope! 🐾💜🙏🏻

Super handsome, gentle boy – all 1’s on his safer, loves running in playgroup, what a great guy! Super affectionate – a lap dog wannabe. The fact that he is deaf does not slow him down at all. Please share and pledge for this special boy, Ranger.

I just love this gentle giant..Ranger scored all ones on his safer, meaning he is suitable for the adopter with little dog experience..ACC says Ranger consistently displays highly social behavior with his human caretakers..he maintains a loose wiggly body throughout introductions, and solicits attention from his handlers,,Ranger has shown himself to be highly tolerant of handling , including invasive procedures, and restraint..Other notes..Because of his size and strength he has the capability to pull over an average adopter..and adopter must be prepared for Ranger’s strength.. A front clipped harness, or head halter, which will diminish his strengh through leverage.is recommended..Please adopt Ranger and give him a home for the Holidays..If you cannot commit long term, or would like to see if you are a match with Ranger foster him, in many cases no cost to you, and you saved his life..Contact help Desk for Rescues that offer free fostering, because some don’t..Share and find Ranger his new family..Pledging gets him noticed by the rescues, and pays for his care..This boy is so precious.. Don’t let ACC take his life away today.

People are out Christmas shopping. Pledges and comments will slowly dwindle, and the doggies will suffer. Super handsome dog. Well built. Looks like Ranger was giving Volunteer Evelyne some serious smooches! He is a sweetheart with great notes.

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